1998 BMW 316 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 740 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Volvo 740 (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 316 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
